Finding f inverse prime at a point c

In summary, the function f(x)=5x+sin(πx) is strictly increasing on ℝ and (f^{-1})'(10) is equal to 1/(5+π) when x=2. This is determined by using the definition of a continuous, strictly monotone function and the formula for the derivative of the inverse function.
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Homework Statement


Assume the function f defined by f(x)=5x+sin(πx) is strictly increasing on ℝ. Find (f[itex]^{-1}[/itex])'(10)


Homework Equations


Let I and J be be intervals and let f:I->J be a continuous, strictly monotone function. If f is differentiable at c and if f'(c)≠0, then (f[itex]^{-1}[/itex]) is differentiable at f(c) and (f[itex]^{-1}[/itex])'(f(c))= 1/f'(c)


The Attempt at a Solution



It is clear f is continuous and differentiable on ℝ.
=> f'(x) = 5+πcos(πx)


Finding when f(x)=10,
10 = 5x+sin(πx) => x=2

Then (f[itex]^{-1}[/itex])'(f(2))=1/f'(2) = 1/(5+πcos(2π)) = 1/(5+(π))

Is this how to do it, or do I use f(10) instead of finding when f(x) is 10?
 
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That all looks right. If you think of it as y = f(x) and x = f-1(y), the 10 is a value of y, not of x, so f(10) and f'(10) would not be relevant.
 

1. How do you find the inverse of a function?

To find the inverse of a function, you first need to switch the x and y variables in the original function. Then, solve for y and rewrite the equation in the form of y = f(x). This new equation will be the inverse of the original function.

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F inverse prime at a point c represents the derivative of the inverse function at a specific point c. It is a measure of the rate of change of the inverse function at that point.

3. How do you find the derivative of an inverse function at a point c?

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4. What is the geometric interpretation of finding f inverse prime at a point c?

The geometric interpretation of finding f inverse prime at a point c is that it represents the slope of the tangent line to the inverse function at that point. This can also be thought of as the rate of change of the inverse function at that point.

5. How is finding f inverse prime at a point c useful in real-world applications?

Finding f inverse prime at a point c can be useful in real-world applications as it allows us to determine the rate of change of a function in terms of its inverse. This can be helpful in solving optimization problems and understanding the relationship between two variables in a given scenario.

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